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When Mary and her teenage son, Fergal, move to yet another new home, it soon becomes clear they live their lives on the run, hiding from someone or something, terrified of being found. Their hunter, Cathal, soon picks up the trail. Intent on tracking Mary and Fergal, he will go to any lengths to succeed in his quest, often using dark arts to aid him. Mary’s only defence is to use an ancient form of her own magic to protect her only son. When local residents begin to be brutally murdered by an unknown life force, the sense of fear escalates. Is Cathal the beast responsible for the killing? Or is it the beast that he is trying to destroy?
In 1970s Scotland, a young man named Liam, struggling with the ghosts of his past and a troubled relationship with his father, finds himself drawn into a world of violence and betrayal. As he navigates a complex web of loyalties and enmities, he becomes entangled with a ruthless criminal named Fergal, whose influence threatens to consume him. Liam must confront his inner demons and make a desperate bid for survival in a harsh and unforgiving landscape.
The film received mixed to positive reviews, with many critics praising its atmospheric tension and strong performances, particularly from its lead actors. However, some found the plot to be somewhat convoluted and the bleak tone overwhelming. It gained a cult following for its gritty realism and intense portrayal of masculinity and violence.
Praised for its bleak and authentic atmosphere.
Strong performances, especially from the lead actors, are a highlight.
Some viewers found the narrative disjointed and overly grim.
Google audience: Audience reception is largely unavailable through public aggregate data, but word-of-mouth suggests it is appreciated for its intense mood and character studies.
The film was shot on location in and around Glasgow, Scotland, to achieve its authentic, gritty aesthetic.
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